2005 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Renault Clio and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Clio | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |